Perspiring: meaning, definitions and examples

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perspiring

[pərˈspaɪərɪŋ ]

Definitions

^{Context #1 | Verb}

sweating

To perspire means to excrete sweat through the pores of the skin as a result of heat, physical exertion, or emotions.

Synonyms

glowing, sweat, sweating.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
perspiring	Used in more formal contexts or texts, such as medical literature, to describe the act of sweating. After running for an hour, he was heavily perspiring. The doctor mentioned that excessive perspiring could be a sign of a health issue.
sweating	A common, informal term used in everyday language to describe the process of sweat production. Can be used neutrally or negatively based on the situation. He was sweating profusely after the intense workout. I was sweating like crazy in the hot sun.
sweat	Used both as a noun and a verb in informal or general contexts to describe the moisture produced by the skin, often due to heat or physical exertion. There was sweat dripping from his forehead. She began to sweat nervously during the interview.
glowing	Typically used in positive contexts, often to describe a person who looks healthy or radiant, usually not directly associated with sweat. She was glowing with happiness after receiving the award. Her skin was glowing after a relaxing day at the spa.

Examples of usage

After running a mile, he was perspiring heavily.
The room was so hot that everyone started perspiring within minutes.

^{Context #2 | Noun}

sweat

Perspiring can also refer to the act of sweating, the process of excreting sweat.

Synonyms

glowing, sweat, sweating.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
perspiring	Use in formal or medical contexts where a neutral description of the body's natural process of releasing sweat is needed. During intense exercise, the body starts perspiring to cool down He was perspiring heavily after running up the hill
sweating	Use in everyday or informal contexts to emphasize the physical activity or stress causing the body to release sweat. She was sweating buckets during the intense workout session He was sweating nervously before his big presentation
sweat	Use in general or casual contexts to describe the moisture exuding from the body due to heat or physical activity. It can also be used in idiomatic expressions. He wiped the sweat from his brow after a hard day's work The gym was so hot that everyone was dripping with sweat
glowing	Use in a positive context to describe a healthy, slightly sweaty appearance, often reflecting good health or a post-exercise look. After her morning jog, Maria was glowing with a healthy flush on her cheeks The bride was glowing with excitement and happiness

Examples of usage

Her face was glistening with perspiration after the workout.
The intense workout caused a lot of perspiring.

Interesting Facts

Biology

Sweating helps regulate body temperature; it cools you down when your body gets too warm.
The sweat glands are concentrated in areas like the armpits, palms, and feet, which is why those places can get very sweaty.
There are two types of sweat glands: eccrine glands, which are found all over the body, and apocrine glands, which are mainly in the armpits and groin.

Cultural Perspectives

In some cultures, sweating is seen as a sign of hard work and determination, while in others, it can be viewed as embarrassing.
Sweat can also carry cultural meanings; for example, in the context of sports, it often symbolizes effort and achievement.
Certain ancient rituals used steam and sweat as part of cleansing practices, showing the cultural significance of perspiration.

Science

Perspiration is primarily made up of water, but it also contains salts, urea, and other substances that help to remove toxins from the body.
Human beings can lose up to 1 to 2 liters of sweat in an hour during intense exercise or in high heat, which is why it’s important to stay hydrated.
The composition of sweat can vary based on diet, genetics, and the environment; for example, spicy foods can make you sweat more.

Health

Regular sweating is beneficial for your skin, as it helps to clear out dirt and oils from your pores.
Excessive perspiration, known as hyperhidrosis, can be a medical condition requiring treatment to manage.

Technology

Wearable health technology can now monitor sweat levels to determine hydration and overall health status.
Researchers are developing smart fabrics that can sense perspiration to trigger cooling mechanisms.

Translations

Translations of the word "perspiring" in other languages:

🇵🇹 suando

🇮🇳 पसीना आना

🇩🇪 schwitzend

🇮🇩 berkeringat

🇺🇦 пітніти

🇵🇱 pocący się

🇯🇵 汗をかいている (あせをかいている)

🇫🇷 transpirant

🇪🇸 sudando

🇹🇷 terlemek

🇰🇷 땀을 흘리는 (ttam-eul heullineun)

🇸🇦 يتعرق (yata'araq)

🇨🇿 potící se

🇸🇰 potenie sa

🇨🇳 出汗 (chū hàn)

🇸🇮 potenje

🇮🇸 svitnandi

🇰🇿 терлеу

🇬🇪 ოფლიანი (oph'liani)

🇦🇿 tərləmə

🇲🇽 sudando

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #27,472, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.

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27470 postmodernist
27471 sensationalism
27472 perspiring
27473 brandished
27474 suet
27475 spiking
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